Job Description

Your Responsibilities
As a Part-Time Student Software Engineer at John Deere in Ames, IA, you will gain expertise in big data, cloud technologies, and front-end development, using these skills to build scalable Data & Analytics solutions. In addition, you will: 
Develop and enhance high-volume data processes and new functionality/code.  
Support and monitor daily ETL processes.  
Contribute to discussions on engineering direction, technical debt evaluation, and prioritization.  
Improve data quality in large-scale analytic environments.  
Resolve complex technical issues in Big Data and analytics technologies.  
Address defects and engineering challenges.  
Build strategic relationships with source data, Data & Analytics, and business analytics teams.  
Explore and develop AI solutions for our products.  
Embrace an API-first mindset
 
This position NOT available to students on immigration visas

What Skills You Need
Available to work 16-20 hours per week during the academic year and 30-40 hours per week in the summer.
Must be able to commute to Ames, Iowa, as needed year-round (relocation assistance not provided).
Familiarity with Data Engineering, ETL, Data Warehousing, or data movement applications.
Experience in designing, developing, testing, and integrating complex software using React, Node, Python, or SQL.
Exposure to an Agile/Scrum team environment 
Must be a full-time student at a local accredited college/university.
Expected graduation date of May 2027 or later.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 
 

What Makes You Standout
Experience with Data Warehouse and Data Lake technologies, including Big Data tools like Databricks, Spark, Microfrontend, APIs, React, and AWS S3.
Familiarity with cloud development on platforms such as AWS or Azure.
Proven ability to quickly learn new technologies.
Strong analytical, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Understanding of User Experience principles.
Proficiency in BI reporting tools like Tableau or Power BI 
 
At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:
Flexible work arrangements
Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension)
Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition assistance
Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
Charitable contribution match
Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use